White-winged Crossbill

A rare finch

Even though the lighting was tough, I was still happy to get a shot of a White-Winged Crossbill. I had 20 birds in a tight area but all were sky high in the trees eating cones. This was the only bird that dropped down for a brief time. It certainly was fun to observe them feed.

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Mike Warner

February 7, 2022 11:38 pm

Great composition of the WW Xbill! Great detail and balance between the bird and the cones!

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Emil Baumbach

February 8, 2022 8:12 pm

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Thanks Mike. At first I thought I had photographed a female but upon closer inspection I believe I have an immature male. There is enough red to tip the balance toward male in my opinion. I love the light mix of yellow and red on this bird.

Swozndrix

February 18, 2022 6:58 am

Great composition!

LinLark

February 18, 2022 1:25 pm

Simply stunning. The coloring on the bird is so beautiful.

An awesome experience with awesome birds!

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